1984 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2009 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 800 kg more than 2009 Toyota 4Runner.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. (365 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Chevrolet Blazer | 2009 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Blazer | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 415 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |